| ZIP Code | 66951 |
|---|---|
| City | Kensington |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Smith County |
| Area Code | 785 |
| Elevation | 1,840 ft |
| Latitude | 39.864211 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -99.037761 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 195 (35.6%) |
| Some College | 59 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 98 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 47 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 146 (26.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,000 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,300 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $910/mo ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 467 |
| Vacant Units | 113 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 467 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 113 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 66951 is located in Kensington, Kansas, within Smith County. With a population of 826, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.2 years. Economically, 66951 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66951 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $83,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $910 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 5% since 2019.
The population of 66951 is primarily White (89.47%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66951 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 66951 in Kensington, KS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 826 residents, a median household income of $66,000, and a median home value of $83,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.